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Sunday, July 19, 2026

Freak Storm and Flooding

 Good morning,

Two days ago, just after 5 PM, we received this message on our phones.  

 

The message was the real thing!  We were right in the middle of this freak storm.  Fortunately, we were home and safe.  The storm continued for about three hours.  The severity of this storm was totally out of the ordinary here.

And, this is Lily during the storm while there was deafening, prolonged thunder right over our home.  She and her two sisters weren't bothered at all by it.  However, if I had opened a bag of chips, she would have suddenly been sitting right in front of me, staring at me until I shared some with her.

According to the news, sadly, there was one death and there were several injuries due to the storm. 

As of last night, it's still raining here....

I hope it's dry and comfy wherever you are.

All the best,

Lois

Saturday, July 18, 2026

Gas Prices

 

Gas Prices:  The go up, they come down, they go up, they come down....

 

 

 


 

Friday, July 17, 2026

Any Excuse for a Road Trip

 Good morning,

Soooo, as I mentioned a couple of weeks ago, we got a new car.  

We make regular trips for doc appointments and to the post office, but we decided to go further this time.... 

 

This time we drove all the way to Bob Evans - not really that far, but further than the post office. 

And, we had a very tasty lunch.  I had the grilled chicken and fruit salad.  Kjell had a giant omelette.  Yum!
 
We need more road trips!
;),
Lois

Thursday, July 16, 2026

Cheese Omelet and Toast

 Good morning,

My goodness this was tasty.  Kjell made brunch again and it was terrific.  The cheese made it just right.

 Thanks, Sweetie!

Lois

Wednesday, July 15, 2026

Today's Patio Blossom

 Good morning,

I love going outside each morning to see what new blossoms are there to greet me.

This pretty flower is blooming in my "mixture" pot.  Each Spring I sprinkle seeds in a pot on the patio and wait to see what happens.  My mixture pot never disappoints.

Enjoy!

Lois

Tuesday, July 14, 2026

Lamb and Eggs

 Good morning,

Kjell prepared Lamb and Eggs for breakfast served Norwegian style with the eggs on top of the lamb.  Before heating in the skillet, he split a piece of lamb in two thin pieces.

It was yummy!

Enjoy....

Lois

Monday, July 13, 2026

Daddy's Lap Dog

 Good morning,

Sweet little Lily isn't so little anymore.

She does have a favorite lap.  :)

Darling!

All the best,

Lois